Tesla opens dealership in Adelaide
Tesla has launched a pop up store, which will showcase the Model X Tesla SUV, at the Myer Centre Adelaide in Rundle Mall.
VW mulling merger with FCA on Dieselgate fallout
Volkswagen has left the door open to a potential tie-up with Fiat Chrysler or another rival, as a drop in operating profit showed the challenges it still faces 18 months on from its emissions scandal.
Haval aims for fully autonomous model by 2020
Haval Motors is aiming to produce the company’s first fully autonomous vehicle by 2020. The carmaker is working on an autonomous driving system collaboratively with engineering teams in the US, India and China.
Intel buys Mobileye for $20bn
US chipmaker Intel is taking a big bet in the autonomous car market after purchasing Mobileye for US$15.3 billion (AUD$20.2 billion).
Dana opens new HQ in Victoria
Automotive parts and automotive supplies provider Dana Australia has opened a new Australian manufacturing facility in Keysborough, Victoria. Dana produces Spicer axles, driveshafts, steer shafts, and joint assemblies for commercial vehicles, as well as driveshafts for the light-vehicle industry, at the facility.
Lexus opens dealership in Toowoomba
Lexus Australia has opened a second new luxury vehicle dealership in four weeks. It will be located in Toowoomba and serve one of the fastest-growing areas of Queensland.
Wikileaks shines a light on car hacking
Recent Wikileaks documents reveal that the CIA considered a “mission” against vehicle computer systems, which some say is a warning sign for consumers and carmakers.
$2M dealership expansion for Toowoomba
Wippells Autos has the greenlight to build a $2 million car dealership in Toowoomba, Queensland. It was granted approval on March 1 by the Toowoomba Regional Council to construct a showroom at 28-32 Clifford St. Construction is expected to finish in August.
Brisbane Truck Show tickets now on sale
Tickets for the 2017 Brisbane Truck Show to be held at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre on May 25-28, are now on sale. The Brisbane Truck Show is presented by Heavy Vehicle Industry Australia (HVIA) every two years.
Renault Trezor EV takes home Concept Car of the Year award
The Renault Trezor has been voted 2016’s Concept Car Design of the Year, based on the votes of a 20-strong judging panel. The Trezor is a fully electric coupe which can accelerate from 0-100kmh in less than four seconds.